If I Die Young
The Band Perry · The Band Perry EP [2010]
Lay me down on a, bed of roses
Sink me in the river, at dawn
Send me away, with the words of a love song
Uh-Oh, Uh-Oh
Lord make me a rainbow I'll shine down on my mother
She'll know I'm safe with you
When she stands under my colors Oh and
Life ain't always what you think it oughtta be no
Ain't even grey but she buries her baby the sharp knife
Of a short life well, I've had just enough time
If I die young, bury me in Satin
Lay me down on a, bed of roses
Sink me in the river, at dawn
Send me away, with the words of a love song
The sharp knife of a short life well
I've had just enough time
And I'll be wearing white
When I come into your kingdom I'm as green as the ring
On my little cold finger I've
Never known the loving of a man
But it sure felt nice when he was holding my hand there's a
Boy here in town says he'll love me forever
Who would have thought
Forever could be severed by the sharp knife
Of a short life well I've had just enough time
So put on your best boys and I'll wear my pearls
What I never did is done
A penny for my thoughts no-no
I'll sell 'um for a dollar
They're worth so much more
After I'm a goner
And maybe then you'll hear
The words I've been singing
Funny when you're dead
How people start listening
If I die young, bury me in Satin
Lay me down on a, bed of roses
Sink me in the river, at dawn
Send me away, with the words of a love song
Uh-Oh (uh-oh), the ballad of a dove
(uh-oh) Go with peace and love
Gather up your tears
Keep 'um in your pocket
Save 'um for a time
When you're really gonna need 'um Oh
The sharp knife, of a short life well
I've had just enough time
So put on your best boys
And I'll wear my pearls
If I Die Young
If I Die Young stands as a defining track for The Band Perry, capturing the trio's signature blend of country storytelling and pop sensibility. Released on their 2010 EP, the song quickly became a staple of their early discography, showcasing the vocal harmonies and emotional depth that would later propel them to mainstream success. The recording reflects a polished production style typical of the era, balancing traditional instrumentation with a modern sheen. As a key song in their initial body of work, it highlights the group's ability to craft anthemic melodies that resonate with broad audiences. The track remains a significant part of their musical identity, illustrating the collaborative songwriting and performance style that characterized their debut period.